"Hearts of Darkness" - 35 Years Ago in Film: An Osher Celebration
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Come join Osher for a movie in our "35 Years Ago in Film: An Osher Birthday Celebration" film series!
Join us for a special community screening of Hearts of Darkness: A Filmmaker’s Apocalypse, the legendary documentary chronicling the chaotic, obsessive, and unforgettable making of Apocalypse Now. Shot in real time during production, the film offers a raw, intimate look at creativity under pressure—where art, ambition, and madness blur together.
More than a behind-the-scenes story, Hearts of Darkness is a powerful meditation on obsession, collaboration, and the thin line between genius and collapse. Whether you’re a film lover, a creative soul, or just curious about one of cinema’s most infamous productions, this screening promises a gripping and thought-provoking experience.
Drinks and snacks will be provided.
We will follow up the movie with a lively discussion with John Peterman.
John Peterman
After serving for 23 years as head of an elementary school in Massachusetts, John Peterman turned his attention to creating lifelong learning courses focused on history and the entertainment industry. Throughout his life, John has been a public speaker and an enthusiast of mid-20th-century music and film. Over the past few years, he has offered courses at Osher at Dartmouth, AIL, Center for the Arts, New London Barn Playhouse, and OLLI at UNH.